ComNav Launches the World's First Laser GNSS Receiver for Rodless Surveying - Venus Laser RTK GNSS Receiver
Shanghai, China - December 20, 2022 - ComNav Technology Ltd. (ComNav) launched a new serie products - Universe Serie GNSS Receiver. ComNav integrated a millimetre-level laser distance meter onto Venus, which can be used in laser mode to replace the range pole, enabling GNSS surveying beyond usual limitations.
As a surveyor, the challenges above might arise when trying to reach points far away from you, for example, in the trench, on top of buildings/earthworks, or beside fences, walls, or water. Surveying with a traditional range pole could be labor-intensive and time-consuming.
Field measurements and stakeouts at dangerous scenes are inevitable. These include hidden points, utility piping across a river, manhole covers on the road and slopes etc. Surveying with a traditional range pole poses safety risks. Venus Laser RTK offers an alternative to using bulky range poles with their new Laser and IMU-enables GNSS Receiver.
Image 1: Taking fieldmeasurements with the Laser-enabled Venus GNSS Receiver
The First GNSS Receiver that Includes Laser and IMU Compensation
GNSS receivers with inertial measurement units (IMU) offer obvious advantages: no on-site calibration is required, and the pole does not need to be held vertically, increasing productivity. It has become mainstream among well-known brands. Venus's 3rd generation IMU continues to deliver high performance - supports 60° tilt with 2.5cm accuracy.
On that basis, ComNav integrated a millimetre-level laser distance meter onto Venus, which can be used in laser mode to replace the range pole, enabling GNSS surveying beyond usual limitations. And its IMU can be in play in both modes (traditional mode with range pole and laser mode without range pole).
In the traditional modes, Venus supports up to 60°tilt compensation with 2.5cm accuracy. In the laser modes, Venus can achieve an accuracy of 5.5 cm within a 60°tilt angle, when held in hand.
Even with small deviations from the operation, such as slight shaking, it can basically complete tasks with 10 cm's measurement requirements. This non-contact survey can largely expand the working area, improve efficiency, and ensure safety from the traditional GNSS receiver.
1590 Channels From All Constellations
GNSS module is the foundation of GNSS receiver. Powered by SinoGNSS K8 high precision module, Venus is capable of 1590 channels of tracking all running and planned constellations, including GPS, BDS-2, BDS-3, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS. The satellite tracking technology ensures it works smoothly even in harsh environment. The self-developed Quantum III algorithm, provides good anti-interference and positioning accuracy.
Light-weight, Tough and Handheld
Venus adopted an unconventional design. It is even smaller than a coffee cup. The streamlined design makes it easy to handle and carry.
As we know, the narrower the body gap is, the higher its shielding effectiveness is. So Venus is formed by a unibody. From various materials, ComNav chooses macromolecule nanomaterial, which has outstanding electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding performance. Through its Quantum III algorithm, enclosure structure, and material, Venus largely eliminates the concern about interference.
Meanwhile, the material significantly reduces the total weight to only 380g, which minimizes fatigue and increases stability when handheld.
Rugged Design with IP67 Rating
Venus has an IP67 rating and is water-and dust-proof and can be used in almost every environment and all-weather conditions. Venus survives a 2m drop onto concrete, which meets 99.99% of working scenarios.
Long Battery Live
The high-capacity battery delivers 20+ hours of use in the field. Full-day projects can be easily completed without worrying about a power outage. If the battery runs down, it can be fully charged in 4 hours.
The ComNav Universe Series is intended to fuse the most advanced technologies into the GNSS industry to the advantage of you and your business. Venus is an RTK characterized by ease of use, safety and reliability.
Image 2: Long battery life and fast recharging
The Venus Laser RTK is available through ComNav Technology authorized local distributors or ComNav Technology directly.
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